The pianist alone in the studio. That is the counterpole to von Schlippenbach's work with the Globe Unity Orchestra; at the same time, it is also an orchestral challenge in the form of the keyboard, hammers, and strings of the piano. He prepared four twelve-tone compositions and a few ideas for pieces, including a few brilliant themes by Monk or Dolphy. What's left is the freedom of going it alone and losing oneself in oneself, motivated by a life's work in motion ... With tremendous joy in playing, Alexander von Schlippenbach returns to his foundation and impetus: to jazz.»

Cover art and Graphic design: Jonas Schoder
Liner notes: Bert Noglik
Photo: Kai von Rabenau

All Compositions by Alexander von Schlippenbach (GEMA) except “Allegro Agitato” by Bernd Alois Zimmermann. Recorded June 14 – 16, 2005 at SWR-Studio Baden-Baden by Alfred Habelitz, Ute Hesse, Norbert Vossen. Recording produced by Reinhard Kager/SWR and Intakt Records. Published and copyright by Intakt Records. Executive production: Patrik Landolt